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Urology (Expert Forum)
Wat is a vein colored (blue) soft bump on left side of head of penis?
Answered by
Kevin Pho, MD - Internal Medicine
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Wat is a vein colored (blue) soft bump on left side of head of penis?
by romans, Mar 28, 2003 12:00AM
Hello,
I am 32 and have had for as long as I can remember (since I started being aware of my penis) a blue colored bump on the left side of the head of my penis. Over the years a few Doc's have looked at it and said it was a circumflex or protruding vein. I wish that I had asked more but I did not. I am used to it now but still feel uncomfortable when explaining what is to my girlfriends. I guess I want to know- have you ever heard of this and does this sound correct? I have never had any pain or discomfort with it. It grows in size and darker in color when I have an erection ( as expected I assume). My other question would be is there anything that can be done about it. I have often thought of going to a plastic surgeon, dermatologist or of course a urologist but never have ( I always back out). I am not sure if they would have to worry about bleeding or scarring, etc.
Thank you for listening, I am very interested in hearing what you have to say!!
romans
I am 32 and have had for as long as I can remember (since I started being aware of my penis) a blue colored bump on the left side of the head of my penis. Over the years a few Doc's have looked at it and said it was a circumflex or protruding vein. I wish that I had asked more but I did not. I am used to it now but still feel uncomfortable when explaining what is to my girlfriends. I guess I want to know- have you ever heard of this and does this sound correct? I have never had any pain or discomfort with it. It grows in size and darker in color when I have an erection ( as expected I assume). My other question would be is there anything that can be done about it. I have often thought of going to a plastic surgeon, dermatologist or of course a urologist but never have ( I always back out). I am not sure if they would have to worry about bleeding or scarring, etc.
Thank you for listening, I am very interested in hearing what you have to say!!
romans
Doctor's Answer
by Kevin Pho, MD, Mar 28, 2003 12:00AM
, Mar 28, 2003 12:00AM
Hello - thanks for asking your question.
Without seeing the lesion, I cannot be sure what it is.
You may be describing superficial thrombophlebitis of the penis (an uncommon disease known as Mondor's disease). This is an inflammatory reaction to a clot within the vein. This subsequently causes blockages and dilation of the vein. It is typically painless, but can be painful. In studies, patients were noted to have thrombophlebitis after a prolonged sexual act with or without intercourse. It was described as cord-like thickening of the superficial penile veins.
Diagnosis is via ultrasound which shows blockage of the vessels. Treatment is with anti-inflammatories (i.e. aspirin or ibuprofen) and most resolve within 4-6 weeks. If it persists, then surgery may be necessary. A referral to a urologist would be reasonable.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Thanks,
Kevin, M.D.
Without seeing the lesion, I cannot be sure what it is.
You may be describing superficial thrombophlebitis of the penis (an uncommon disease known as Mondor's disease). This is an inflammatory reaction to a clot within the vein. This subsequently causes blockages and dilation of the vein. It is typically painless, but can be painful. In studies, patients were noted to have thrombophlebitis after a prolonged sexual act with or without intercourse. It was described as cord-like thickening of the superficial penile veins.
Diagnosis is via ultrasound which shows blockage of the vessels. Treatment is with anti-inflammatories (i.e. aspirin or ibuprofen) and most resolve within 4-6 weeks. If it persists, then surgery may be necessary. A referral to a urologist would be reasonable.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Thanks,
Kevin, M.D.
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